The first and most important thing I learned is that he’s better off NOT getting a table saw for ripping sheets of plywood, especially at his $300 price range. Second, he’ll need good outfeed support. Third – a used Ryobi came pretty highly recommended for that price range.

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1)For that price range you’re probably going to be better off with a circular saw and a guide.

Folding Table Saw Outfeed Table – great idea from a woodworker who built an outfeed table himself. There are no actual plans but you’re a crafty woodworker so I bet you can figure it out from his descriptions.